Interposition ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Interposition ( noun )

1. The action of interposing or the state of being interposed; intervention; the act or instance of inserting or placing between.
2. The act of placing between or among, or the condition of being so placed.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "interference"): from late latin interpositio(n-), from interponere "interpose", from inter- "between" + ponere "to place".

Examples:

1. The interposition of the tree in between the sun and the building was providing shade to the streets.
2. His interposition on the matter was not welcomed by both parties.
3. The interposition of the state in their personal affairs was not appreciated by the couple.
4. Her interposition between the two arguing people resulted in a peaceful resolution.
5. The interposition of a mediator in the negotiations led to a successful outcome.

(As a verb)

Interposition ( verb )

1. The action of interposing or the state of being interposed; intervention; the act or instance of inserting or placing between.
2. The act of placing between or among, or the condition of being so placed.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "interference"): from late latin interpositio(n-), from interponere "interpose", from inter- "between" + ponere "to place".

Examples:

1. The interposition of the tree in between the sun and the building was providing shade to the streets.
2. His interposition on the matter was not welcomed by both parties.
3. The interposition of the state in their personal affairs was not appreciated by the couple.
4. Her interposition between the two arguing people resulted in a peaceful resolution.
5. The interposition of a mediator in the negotiations led to a successful outcome.